Lazio Outcast Could Be Reinstated Ahead of Monza Game

The first slot has since been occupied by Diogo Leite, who arrived last month, but no other free agent is expected to join. Therefore, Lazio have an open spot on the list, with only one obvious name to fill it, as Patric was recently sold to Al-Ittifaq.

According to Il Messaggero, Gattuso has been advocating for Pellegrini’s reinstatement, as have his good friends, Davide Frattesi and Andrea Pinamonti. The Lazio manager won’t necessarily hand the former Juventus man a prominent role, as he already has two other left-backs in the squad, but he believes it could be a morale booster at camp.

The Roman newspaper also notes that Pellegrini’s return to the squad could help him find a new club in January. The source adds that the Roman has already vowed to accept offers this winter, after snubbing Turkiye and other destinations in the summer.

Il Corriere dello Sport also reveals the possibility of an imminent reinstatement, suggesting that Pellegrini could be back in the squad as early as this weekend. In this case, he would be called up for Sunday’s Serie A fixture against Monza.

Pellegrini is a childhood Lazio supporter who realised his dream by joining the club in January 2023. His contract with the Aquile is set to expire in June 2027, and barring a dramatic turnaround, he won’t be earning a new deal.